George V. John

Technology innovation abounds. But the associated governance frameworks cannot keep pace. Established and startup companies, trade associations, and the investment community, among others, have enlisted George to overcome this imbalance and ensure their ventures take flight and flourish in the communications and space industries, including any potential overlap with sports, medical, or mobility applications.

He has become a go-to problem solver, advisor, and advocate. With his support, clients have maneuvered deftly through complex, patchwork, and sometimes inscrutable rulemakings, consultations, and statutory construction; licensing, landing rights/market access, registration, equipment authorization, and labeling; regulatory, technical, and engineering standards compliance; and enforcement when they are tackling radiofrequency spectrum, orbital debris, remote sensing, and other related issues.

What makes him unique are his numerous connections, deep industry knowledge, and prior diverse experiences. His current practice regularly engages US bodies such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Department of Commerce (including the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and Office of Space Commerce), Department of Defense, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and US Congress; and other bodies such as the International Telecommunication Union, UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses for Outer Space, and foreign administrations (particularly in Europe where he lived during an extended secondment). Before starting his practice, previous career stops included a pioneering nanosatellite company and the FCC and FAA. Clients have secured expedited and often first-of-their-kind wins given his well-established relationships with and understanding of these decisionmakers.